Bharela Bhinda served in a white bowl

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Bharela Bhinda

Easy
Serves: 4

Bharela Bhinda is a dish from British Indian cuisine that showcases tender okra filled with a tantalising blend of spices and herbs. In this recipe, we meticulously prepare the okra by stuffing it with a flavoursome mixture of spices and herbs, creating a mouth-watering combination of textures and flavours. The result is a dish that delights the senses and satisfies the taste buds. Whether enjoyed as a side dish or as part of a larger British Indian feast, Bharela Bhinda is guaranteed to bring a burst of flavour to your dining experience. Get ready to savour the delectable essence of this traditional and comforting dish

  • 450 grams okra
  • 85 ml oil
  • 1 medium onion minced
  • 1 tbsp ground coriander
  • 1 tbsp garam masala powder
  • 1 tsp chilli powder
  • 1 tsp turmeric
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tbsp tomato purée
  • Dampen a cloth and wipe the okra
  • Create a slit on one side of each okra to form a pocket and keep them aside
  • In a bowl, mix 2 tbsp oil with the remaining ingredients until well combined
  • Use the mixture to stuff each okra, pressing it firmly into the pocket
  • Heat the remaining oil in a pan and carefully place the stuffed okra in the oil
  • Cook the okra uncovered over a medium heat for around 25 minutes, tossing them regularly to prevent sticking
  • Arrange the cooked okra in an appealing manner on a warm serving dish
  • Serve the dish with sliced banana
Ingredients
  • 450 grams okra
  • 85 ml oil
  • 1 medium onion minced
  • 1 tbsp ground coriander
  • 1 tbsp garam masala powder
  • 1 tsp chilli powder
  • 1 tsp turmeric
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tbsp tomato purée
Method
  • Dampen a cloth and wipe the okra
  • Create a slit on one side of each okra to form a pocket and keep them aside
  • In a bowl, mix 2 tbsp oil with the remaining ingredients until well combined
  • Use the mixture to stuff each okra, pressing it firmly into the pocket
  • Heat the remaining oil in a pan and carefully place the stuffed okra in the oil
  • Cook the okra uncovered over a medium heat for around 25 minutes, tossing them regularly to prevent sticking
  • Arrange the cooked okra in an appealing manner on a warm serving dish
  • Serve the dish with sliced banana